U-M College of Pharmacy Class of 2025 Achieves a Perfect 100% NAPLEX Pass Rate

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(Ann Arbor, Mich.) The University of Michigan College of Pharmacy is celebrating an extraordinary milestone: the Class of 2025 has achieved a 100% pass rate on the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination® (NAPLEX®) – a feat accomplished by four pharmacy schools. 

“I’m absolutely thrilled,” said Gundy Sweet, PharmD, Assistant Dean for Curriculum Assessment. “Our students have always performed strongly, but this moment is truly special. It’s a reflection of the rigor of our curriculum, and the dedication and talent of our students, faculty and staff.”

Of the 75 students who graduated in 2025, 68 graduates (91%) sat for the exam, and every single one passed. This achievement is especially notable against a national backdrop that continues to challenge pharmacy graduates. While the national NAPLEX pass rate rose to 86.8% this year, up from 76% over the previous two years, a 100% pass rate remains exceptionally rare, especially for classes of this size.

“The NAPLEX is designed to evaluate readiness for real-world pharmacy practice,” said Dean Ellingrod. “This result tells us that our graduates aren’t just passing an exam – they’re prepared to lead, serve our communities and make an immediate impact in the profession.”

The NAPLEX®, administered by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NAPB), is a standardized exam taken by recent pharmacy school graduates shortly after earning their Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. The exam assesses general practice knowledge and is a key requirement for pharmacist licensure in the United States.

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The University of Michigan College of Pharmacy has been leading at pharmacy’s edge for 150 years. The first and oldest pharmacy school at a state university, the College — currently ranked #2 in the nation — has and continues to shape education in the field. Its faculty are internationally recognized and are innovators in drug discovery, development and delivery, precision pharmacotherapy, outcomes research, and clinical practice. More than 5,000 alumni are enhancing patient care and outcomes from the bench to the bedside, in boardrooms and communities, government agencies, and within healthcare companies.